Ellen Karcher

Ellen Karcher (28 February 1964-) was a member of the New Jersey State Senate from the 12th district (D) from 2004 to 2008, succeeding John O. Bennett and preceding Jennifer Beck.

Biography
Ellen Karcher was born in Marlboro Township, New Jersey on 28 February 1964, the daughter of State Assemblyman Alan Karcher. She graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree from Rutgers University with a double major in English and political science before becoming a teacher (also serving as an adjunct professor) and a medical policy and research advisor. She served on the Marlboro Township Council as a Democratic Party member befoore being elected to the State Senate in 2004, serving a four-year term. In 2008, she was defeated by Republican Party challenger Jennifer Beck.